Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School

School Overview
Phillip C. Showell Elementary School, located in Selbyville, Delaware, is a key institution within the Indian River School District. Serving a diverse student population in a growing coastal community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of fundamental skills in its youngest learners. By focusing on rigorous curriculum standards and differentiated instruction, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while promoting a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond its academic core, the school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and the partnership between educators, students, and families. Phillip C. Showell Elementary utilizes a variety of resources and extracurricular programs to encourage student participation and character building, reflecting the Indian River School District’s commitment to "excellence in education." With its focus on inclusivity and safety, the school strives to be a pillar of the Selbyville community, ensuring that each child receives the personalized attention necessary to reach their full potential.
279
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White142
Hispanic86
Black30
Asian9
Two or More11
American Indian1
  • White
    142 (50.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    86 (30.8 %)
  • Black
    30 (10.8 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    9 (3.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Indian River School District
Phone: (302)436-1040
Website: http://www.ps.irsd.k12.de.us
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 279
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 32
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 54

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten46
Grade 146
Grade 254
Grade 332
Grade 447
Grade 554
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13347.7%
Male14652.3%